Right, I mean, you get to finally start a farm! [ If you ignored that the fact that the continent was just about ready to break out into war, it seemed like a pretty good trade-off all things considered.

The levity is an attempt at her trying her best to ignore the cold sensation running down her spine after revealing the truth that had been swirling in her body since she had learned it. Claire’s warm and gentle strength is enough to stop her from walking too far down that path though and she gives Claire a smile that exudes warmth. ]

Thank you, Claire. The same goes for me, okay? I can’t do much, but I can at least provide an ear and company for tea. Speaking of — you have to tell me which one you like the best…